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When I go shopping, I like to compare the price of products by weight. This way, I know my tofu costs $0.88 per 100 grams, compared to $2.00 for the same weight of ground beef. In general, a vegetarian diet is less expensive than one that includes meat. Of course, it all depends on what […]

Balance transfer credit cards are a great way to catch your breath when you’re drowning in high-interest debt. By paying off one credit card with another at a much lower rate, you can significantly reduce your monthly interest charges and get back on track financially. The Pros of Balance Transfer Credit Cards The main advantage […]

Researching the best car seats in Canada can feel overwhelming. However, we’ve simplified the process by gathering the top choices that prioritize your child’s safety and comfort in one comprehensive list. When buying a car seat, you walk a tightrope to make sure it complies with Canadian regulations and your budget. The last thing you […]

In collaboration with Equifax In fall 2023, Jaclyn T. and her husband awoke to flashlights shining through their apartment windows. No strangers to the sounds of the city’s nightlife, they assumed it was someone who’d been drinking. “My husband slides the window open and yells dude, it’s 3:00 am, what do you want?” explains Jaclyn. […]

Ndax is a Calgary-based cryptocurrency exchange platform known for having the lowest trading fees in Canada. But is that really true? I opened an account and tested the platform for myself. Ndax has simplified the buying and selling process for crypto-enthusiasts of all experience levels. For the newbies, you get quick access to 38 different cryptocurrencies on an […]

KOHO, the fintech known for offering one of the best prepaid cards and an app full of tools to improve your finances, no longer offers a free plan. As a reminder, to order your prepaid card, you must open a KOHO account and choose a plan. The cheapest plan is now the Essential at $4 […]

Reading ranks as one of the most popular hobbies in Canada with more than half of Canadians claiming to read between 1 and 5 books per year, some people reading up to 50. It’s a habit that many successful people keep throughout their lives. According to reports, Microsoft founder Bill Gates reads about 50 books […]

Did you know that all Canadians can get a credit card regardless of their credit score or financial situation? Obtaining a credit card not only opens doors for you as a consumer, but also helps to improve your credit score. This is an attractive solution for consumers who have previously gone bankrupt and those with […]

Your headphones can make you wealthy. If you want to achieve financial independence, you need to level up your financial literacy. But who has time to find and read all the personal finance content out there? As a busy working mom with two tiny humans, I certainly don’t have the time or energy to open […]

With the Home Buyers Plan (HBP), you can use the funds you’ve accumulated in your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) tax-free to purchase your first house. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, almost. There are conditions and rules involved in using your RRSP to buy a house, but overall it’s a pretty great […]

A registered retirement saving plan (RRSP) is, for most of us, the first step towards saving for our golden years. The RRSP is a registered investment account that carries many tax benefits. The primary purpose is to shelter a portion of your income from being taxed right now. Not many other investments can do that. […]

Founded in 2019, Jeeves is a technology services provider. Their platform allows entrepreneurs to open muti-currency accounts and create an endless number of corporate cards that can be used worldwide. In Canada, almost half of large companies export, compared to less than 30% for smaller businesses. Many companies also hire staff in different countries. Jeeves […]